Fomex RollLite are new flexible bi-color LED lights. They come in four different sizes and feature high-quality light output with a very durable (waterproof, dustproof, and heatproof) construction. During NAB 2019, we talked about the lights with Alex Kirst from Fomex.
Fomex is not a new player in the world of flexible LED light panels. The Korean company already has the FL600 and FL1200 flexible LED lights in its portfolio. Now they introduced new durable series of flexible lights called RollLite. What do they offer?
The Fomex RollLite is waterproof
Fomex RollLite – Bi-Color, Repairable, Durable
First of all, the Fomex RollLite LED panels are bi-color. They are capable of light temperatures between 2700K and 6500K. One very nice design perk of the light panel is that it consists of small LED modules. Each module has one “warm white” 2700K LED unit and one “cold white” 6500K LED unit. They are individually replaceable, so when one module breaks, it can be relatively easily replaced with a new one, by the user.
The LED units in the light are high quality – the CRI rating is 96 and the TLCI rating is 98. Beam angle of the lights is 120°.
The light panels feature a very durable construction. They are very flexible and heatproof. We were told the material can withstand temperatures of up to 250°C (about 480F). The waterproof material of the light panel is anti-bacterial to prevent mold when the panel is stored wet for instance.
To represent its durability, the lights have the IP64 certification. The first digits represent solid particles protection. In this case, 6 means it is completely dust tight. The second digit represents liquids protection. 4 is defined as splashing water protection: “water splashing against the enclosure from any direction shall have no harmful effect.”
The Fomex RollLite panels come in four sizes:
RL21 – 2×1′ size, 75W
RL31 – 3×1.5′ size, 100W or 150W
RL33 – 3×3′ size, 200W or 300W
RL66 – 6×6′ size (four pieces of the 3×3′ panel combined together), 1,200W
The panels are controlled and powered by one 6-pin waterproof XLR cable which goes into the DMX controller. The controller can dim the light (0-100% dimming) and change the temperature. Powering will be available by AC input or with a battery.
The lights can be mounted virtually anywhere. For mounting on standard light stands there is a new X-Mount made by die casting.
The company is offering a diffuser mat (by default with quarter density – half or full density are also available) to soften the light output. Further accessories like softbox and grid for the light panels are currently being finalized and they should be available within a few weeks.
All the sizes are available now. Pricing varies between under $2,000 US and $10,000 US depending on the size and included accessories.
We found the material of the Fomex RollLite to be way more flexible than competing lights when looking at it during NAB 2019.
What do you think about the new Fomex RollLite LED panels? Do you have experience working with flexible LED lights? Let us know in the comments underneath the article.

The Crack light is a new Kickstarter campaign by Blind Spot Gear. It is a tiny, flexible and waterproof LED panel, consisting of 49 daylight (6000K) LEDs and is powered via USB connector. It can be used either with or without a dimmer and can be mounted basically anywhere.
Blind Spot Gear is an innovative camera accessories company, based in Scotland. They already launched five previous crowdfunding campaigns in the past, like the Tile light, Scorpion light, or the little multifunctional battery mount Power Junkie, which we reviewed last year. Now, Blind Spot is launching their 6th Kickstarter campaign with a new portable light panel – the Crack light. What does it offer?
Crack Light
The Crack light is a small, waterproof light panel with 49 LEDs. When I say small, I mean really small – the extremely slim panel has smartphone-like dimensions and it only weighs 19 grams (without accessories). The light panel is flexible, so it can be bent to suit various mounting needs (more on mounting options later).
Crack Light – Very small and flexible
As the Crack light consists of daylight LEDs only, the temperature is fixed at 6000K and can only be tweaked with gels. The LED panel was developed last year in cooperation with a South Korean company, PROFOUND. There is a full-size USB connector with a short cable, and the Crack light can be either directly connected to a USB power source for immediate full light output, or it can be connected to the dimmer. The dimmer provides an on/off switch and, of course, a step-less dimming wheel. The whole connectivity is based on full-size USB connectors but Blind Spot claims to have a full range of accessories available, once the Kickstarter campaign ends. They will offer a variety of USB adapters (to Micro USB, USB-C, Apple iPhone lightning. etc.), USB hubs to power more lights, cables, and more.
Crack Light dimmer
When it comes to mounting the Crack light, there are various options. Blind spot decided to make a whole video with tips on how to mount the panel. Their favourite mounting solution includes the GoPro mounting system, which is quite inexpensive and offers a great amount of flexibility. Other options involve white tack, velcro strips, or rubber bands.
Crack Light – Tech Specs
Light source: High CRI LED (5V)
Beam angle: 120°
Color temperature: Daylight (SGD) 6000K
CRI: typically 95 (R9, R12 :90)
TLCI: typically 97
Photometric data: 155 lux at 1m distance
Dimming: 3-100% continuous (flicker free)
Power supply: external battery (5V USB)
Weight: 19g (light sheet only)
Available packages on Kickstarter start at approximately $40 for one early bird Crack light panel. The full retail price for the light, after the Kickstarter campaign is over, will be $60. A Crack light with the dimmer is available for an early bird price of approximately $75 (full retail price of this package will be $106). Blind Spot also offers a few bundles of more light panels. The company expects to deliver the Crack lights to Kickstarter backers during July 2019.
Blind Spot is already experienced in crowdfunding campaigns and the Crack light seems to be a finished product, already. Still, please keep in mind that Kickstarter is not a shop or market place and there are certain risks when backing up a project.
What do you think of Blind Spot’s Crack light? Can you imagine this tiny flexible light panel complementing your kit? Let us know in the comments underneath the article.